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OCC 2026 MLK Convocation:Beyond the Dream—Exploring the Impact of Dr. King’s Vision
Oakland Community College is hosting a powerful, thought-provoking panel discussion exploring how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s call for justice continues to challenge and inspire us today. Students, employees and the community members are invited to join the online MLK Convocation on Thursday,...
OCC Foundation Launches $2.5M “Next Course” Campaign
The Oakland Community College Foundation has launched The Next Course: Campaign for the Culinary Studies Institute, a far-reaching $2.5 million initiative designed to empower OCC’s Culinary students in the classroom, industry and community and throughout their careers.
Finals Frenzy Offers OCC Students Less Stress, Greater Success
OCC’s Finals Frenzy tradition is back December 1-5. This week-long student event is filled with giveaways, resources and activities, both on campus and online, to recharge and relax. The event is sponsored by OCC’s Office of Student Engagement, Counseling, Academic Support Center (ASC), ACCESS,...
OCC, GVSU Sign Cybersecurity Transfer Agreement
Oakland Community College (OCC) students seeking a career in the booming field of cybersecurity now have a clear path to a bachelor's degree at Grand Valley State University (GVSU).
OCC Culinary Faculty, Student and Alumni Earn Michigan Chef Top Honors
Six Oakland Community College (OCC) Culinary Arts faculty, alumni, and one current student were recognized at the Michigan Chefs de Cuisine Association (MCCA) Chef of the Year Dinner on Oct. 20 at Bloomfield Hills Country Club.
OCC Adds More Community Education Classes Through January 2026
Oakland Community College (OCC) has announced new Community Education courses in November, December and January (2026) including classes in cooking, personal enrichment and personal safety. For more information on OCC Community Education offerings, visit oaklandcc.edu/ce.
OCC Hosts Cutting-Edge Conference on Educational Technology
The future of education took center stage at Oakland Community College (OCC) on Nov. 7 as educators from across Michigan gathered for the Educational Technology Organization of Michigan’s (ETOM) annual fall conference. Nearly 100 professionals from 14 colleges and five universities attended the...
OCC Art Faculty Tylonn Sawyer Gains International Recognition
OCC Art faculty member Tylonn Sawyer’s continues to gain recognition for his work with prestigious international accolades this fall. His pieces have been accepted into two world-renown Paris art exhibitions, ART Basel Paris and Palais de Tokyo, while his art was also featured in the iconic art...
An Uplifting Veterans Day Experience
Oakland Community College invites the community to attend a virtual Veteran’s Day program, “Voices of Valor: Bridging Service and Civility,” from 4 to 5:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 10. The online event honors the courage, spirit and experiences of those who have served our country.
Veteran Finds Therapy and a New Career Through OCC
“Mental health affects us all, and art can help with that,” said Darren Lapsley, a 45-year-old returning college student and U.S. Marine Corps veteran who found both healing and a new calling through art.